Savory Pear, Sweet Potato, And Maple Syrup Soufflé

Name: Savory Pear, Sweet Potato, And Maple Syrup Soufflé
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the Souffle base; 2 tablespoons butter, plus more for baking dish; 1 small onion or 2 shallots, finely chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves; Coarse salt and ground pepper to taste; 2 tablespoons flour; 1 cup whole milk, hot; 1 cup coarsely grated Gruyere cheese; 1 tablespoon finely grated Parmesan cheese for the baking dish; 4 extra-large eggs, separated + 1 more egg white; For the Pear and Sweet Potato Puree; 4 firm but ripe Bartlett pears, peeled, cored and cut into 1/4-inch slices; 2 large or 3 medium sweet potatoes; 2 tablespoons organic maple syrup; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 tablespoon orange zest

Servings: persons

For the Souffle base
2 tablespoons butter, plus more for baking dish
1 small onion or 2 shallots, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
Coarse salt and ground pepper to taste
2 tablespoons flour
1 cup whole milk, hot
1 cup coarsely grated Gruyere cheese
1 tablespoon finely grated Parmesan cheese for the baking dish
4 extra-large eggs, separated + 1 more egg white
For the Pear and Sweet Potato Puree
4 firm but ripe Bartlett pears, peeled, cored and cut into 1/4-inch slices
2 large or 3 medium sweet potatoes
2 tablespoons organic maple syrup
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon orange zest

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["Peel and cut sweet potatoes into 1-inch chunks. In a large saucepan, cover potatoes with water. Bring to a boil; cook until tender when pierced with the tip of a paring knife, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain.", "Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add pears; cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and just golden, 12 to 20 minutes. Pour in maple syrup; cook, stirring, until pears are coated and very soft, 3 to 5 minutes.", "Puree the potatoes and pears in food processor, transfer to a bowl, set aside.", "Preheat oven to 375u00b0 F degrees. Butter a souffle baking dish and sprinkle the bottom and the sides with Parmesan cheese. Set aside.", "In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium-low heat. Add onion, garlic, and thyme; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring often, until onion is softened, about 8 minutes. Stir in flour; cook, stirring, 3 minutes.", "Gradually whisk in milk; simmer, whisking constantly, until thickened, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat, and stir in Gruyere cheese and 1 teaspoon salt.", "Whisk in sweet potato and pear puree, orange zest, and then egg yolks, one at a time. Taste and add more salt and pepper if needed.", "In a clean mixing bowl, beat egg whites with a pinch of salt until stiff peaks form. Whisk 1/4 of whites into cheese, sweet potato, and pear mixture. Using a rubber spatula, gently fold in the rest.", "Place souffle baking dish on a rimmed baking sheet. Pour in mixture, smooth out the top. Bake until puffed and golden brown, 35 to 40 minutes.
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Serve immediately with more butter and Maple Syrup."]

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For the Souffle base, 2 tablespoons butter, plus more for baking dish, 1 small onion or 2 shallots, finely chopped, 2 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Savory Pear, Sweet Potato, And Maple Syrup Soufflé falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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